Theme Music from Ennio Morricone, 1969 film – The Sicilian Clan

Plot of this 1969 Film   The film stars Jean Gabin, Alain Delon, Lino Venura, and Irina Demick.

Picture talks about a tough criminal convict -Alain Delon- who escapes and contacts with a Siciliens clan ruled by an intelligent old man – Jean Gabin – to prepare a spectacular heist ; then they’re pursued by an obstinate Police Inspector – Lino Ventura – . Meanwhile the ex-con falls in love with a family member -Irina Demick-.

Runtime film is overlong, however is neither tiring , nor boring but amusing as the suspense and thriller is continuous . From the beginning to the end , the action pace is fast movement and for that reason is entertaining. The movie has great loads of action, emotion, drama, tension and intrigue. Actors’ interpretation is excellent . Alain Delon as cold and two-fisted delinquent is top notch . Jean Gavin as serious and clever paterfamilies is magnificent . Lino Ventura as stubborn Police Inspector is awesome. Irina Demick as attractive lover is enjoyable and enticing. Colorful and atmospheric cinematography by Henry Decae is simply riveting . Special mention to musical score by Ennio Morricone, it’s sensible and extraordinary with a feeling leitmotif. The motion picture is well directed by Henri Verneuil. The film is considered a French classic movie and one of the biggest about hold-up/mobsters genre. The flick will appeal to French noir cinema buffs and Alain Delon fans . Rating : Above average. Outstanding and worthwhile watching.

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